Nannyberry Viburnum lentago

Other common names: Sheepberry, Sweet Sweet Viburnum Family: Muskroot Family (Adoxaceae), (Honeysuckle Family (Caprifoliaceae)) Distinctive features: Shrub Similar species:   •   Wild Raisin (Viburnum nudum) - very similar, a more northern shrub. Flowers: Spring;  White;  5 parts (petals) Leaves: Opposite/Whorled, Simple, Toothed Height: 2 m (6 ft) Fruit/Seeds: Fruits contain a single hard round flat seed. Habitat: Fields and Open Areas;  Riverbanks, woods edges, roadsides. Edible: Fruits are edible. Books: Trees in Canada: 176    Shrubs of Ontario: 465    Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 302    Native/Non-native: Native Status: Common. Photographs: 200 photographs available, of which 6 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.